We had an incredible Valentine's Day dinner at La Costanera in Half Moon Bay. The fixed menu was thoughtfully curated, and every dish was delicious — the oxtail entrée was absolutely amazing and a standout of the evening. The atmosphere was romantic and elegant, making it the perfect setting for a special night. Our dining consultant, Veronica, truly made the experience exceptional. When we noticed that each table had been given a rose but ours was missing, she kindly explained that the hostess should have provided one and personally went downstairs to get one for us. Her attentiveness, warmth, and professionalism made us feel genuinely cared for. Veronica is easily one of the best servers we've had in a long time. We can't wait to return!
Prahar
The restaurant did a bait and switch when we showed up. They had an ultra expensive 149 per person prix fixe menu even though the had no mentions of that when I made the reservation. We had no choice but to eat there. The food quality wasn't very great for the price either
Lorna
When I booked thru open table didn't realize it was a fixed price menu. Portions were very tiny and tasteless (ie low budget banquet catering). Meal and 1 cocktail each was over $400. We left there starving. The restaurant is very pretty and service was good but felt completely ripped off
Margaret
Nice decor, the food was not great. Portions were small for the prices. The best thing we ate was the dessert. Won't be going back
David
The place a=was packed on a saturday night in February. Great for business. Server was cool, down to earth not pretentious
Sahas
Good food and good service! The atmosphere was also very pleasant and the staff were attentive. I would definitely come back.
Maureen
We had a wonderful dinner of appetizers and small plates. With 4 in our party, we were able to make a number of selections. Standouts included the Palta Rellena, Chicken Anticuchos, Cebiche Nikkei, and the Roasted Beet Salad. Very delicious!!
Tami
Asked for a window table and staff seating walkin guest at window tables after we arrived.
ryan
I have been to LA Costanera (Costy) probably 100x and this was my first bad experience. It took 15 minutes after being seated for any staff to ask if we wanted to order. The pacing was pretty rough. Everyone who works there is great and nice so i do not want anyone to get in trouble but when the bill came it took another 20 mins to run the card. I will go back but this was a pretty brutal experience for the amount i pay for dinner and drinks. thank you
Cindy
Took my boyfriend for his birthday day celebration.Our dinner was delicious! We loved our server Michael! He was so informative about the menu and more!
We have been to La Costanera many times. This was the first time we went for Saturday brunch. This crab omelet was amazing. The servers are always warm and welcoming. We will be back.
Lisa
Food was delicious as always. Value is mid, worth it for special occasions, too high for just a dinner out.
kim
Such a fantastic meal with even better Service. we have lived in Half moon bay for 14 years and i am sorry i waited so long to eat here.
Sean
We have been long time customers of La Costanera and had our wedding reception there. We have been big fans and are sad to report that the quality of the experience has declined. We booked date night and wanted to have an intimate table to connect. The hostess would not seat us at certain tables saying they were for larger groups and eventually acquiesced. As the evening went on, we saw them sit other couples at those tables and not larger groups. This left us not feeling valued and questioning if we should return. Additionally, our waitress was fine, but was serving several tables and not always there when we had wanted to order additional drinks and food. We ended up cutting date night short and waited for the check to get out. There are other restaurants in town at a similar price point that offer superior service. For the price we paid, we deserved better and it is disappointing to see the quality of La Costanera not being where it has been in the past.
Harvey
A great lunch and great service. The location, near the marina, is great, and the weather cooperated.
We had an incredible Valentine's Day dinner at La Costanera in Half Moon Bay. The fixed menu was thoughtfully curated, and every dish was delicious — the oxtail entrée was absolutely amazing and a standout of the evening. The atmosphere was romantic and elegant, making it the perfect setting for a special night. Our dining consultant, Veronica, truly made the experience exceptional. When we noticed that each table had been given a rose but ours was missing, she kindly explained that the hostess should have provided one and personally went downstairs to get one for us. Her attentiveness, warmth, and professionalism made us feel genuinely cared for. Veronica is easily one of the best servers we've had in a long time. We can't wait to return!
The restaurant did a bait and switch when we showed up. They had an ultra expensive 149 per person prix fixe menu even though the had no mentions of that when I made the reservation. We had no choice but to eat there. The food quality wasn't very great for the price either
When I booked thru open table didn't realize it was a fixed price menu. Portions were very tiny and tasteless (ie low budget banquet catering). Meal and 1 cocktail each was over $400. We left there starving. The restaurant is very pretty and service was good but felt completely ripped off
Nice decor, the food was not great. Portions were small for the prices. The best thing we ate was the dessert. Won't be going back
The place a=was packed on a saturday night in February. Great for business. Server was cool, down to earth not pretentious
Good food and good service! The atmosphere was also very pleasant and the staff were attentive. I would definitely come back.
We had a wonderful dinner of appetizers and small plates. With 4 in our party, we were able to make a number of selections. Standouts included the Palta Rellena, Chicken Anticuchos, Cebiche Nikkei, and the Roasted Beet Salad. Very delicious!!
Asked for a window table and staff seating walkin guest at window tables after we arrived.
I have been to LA Costanera (Costy) probably 100x and this was my first bad experience. It took 15 minutes after being seated for any staff to ask if we wanted to order. The pacing was pretty rough. Everyone who works there is great and nice so i do not want anyone to get in trouble but when the bill came it took another 20 mins to run the card. I will go back but this was a pretty brutal experience for the amount i pay for dinner and drinks. thank you
Took my boyfriend for his birthday day celebration.Our dinner was delicious! We loved our server Michael! He was so informative about the menu and more!
Restaurantji Recommends
We have been to La Costanera many times. This was the first time we went for Saturday brunch. This crab omelet was amazing. The servers are always warm and welcoming. We will be back.
Food was delicious as always. Value is mid, worth it for special occasions, too high for just a dinner out.
Such a fantastic meal with even better Service. we have lived in Half moon bay for 14 years and i am sorry i waited so long to eat here.
We have been long time customers of La Costanera and had our wedding reception there. We have been big fans and are sad to report that the quality of the experience has declined. We booked date night and wanted to have an intimate table to connect. The hostess would not seat us at certain tables saying they were for larger groups and eventually acquiesced. As the evening went on, we saw them sit other couples at those tables and not larger groups. This left us not feeling valued and questioning if we should return. Additionally, our waitress was fine, but was serving several tables and not always there when we had wanted to order additional drinks and food. We ended up cutting date night short and waited for the check to get out. There are other restaurants in town at a similar price point that offer superior service. For the price we paid, we deserved better and it is disappointing to see the quality of La Costanera not being where it has been in the past.
A great lunch and great service. The location, near the marina, is great, and the weather cooperated.
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